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After a Car Crash FAQs

• What should I do if my car seat was involved in a crash?

  If your car seat was involved in a moderate or severe crash, discontinue use immediately. For minor crashes, refer to the NHTSA guidelines to determine if the seat is still safe to use.
  

• What defines a minor crash?

  According to the NHTSA, A minor crash is one in which ALL of the following apply:

  
  

  • • The vehicle was able to be driven away from the crash site.
  • • The vehicle door nearest the car seat was not damaged.
  • • None of the passengers in the vehicle sustained any injuries in the crash.
  • • If the vehicle has air bags, the air bags did not deploy during the crash; and
  • • There is no visible damage to the car seat.
  • • NEVER use a car seat that has been involved in a moderate to severe crash. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions.